Recovery Resourse Fair September 6th In Emporium
August 2025
Second Alarm Fire In Steuben County
On August 31, at 5:42 Osceola, Nelson And Knoxville Fire were dispatched to 6152 Herrington Rd. in Woodhall In Steuben County for a second alarm garage fire with entrapment. Update Middlebury Fire was dispatched for standby at Osceola station.
Land Rescue In Clermont
On August 31, at 4:03 pm Kane and Mt. Jewett Ambulance were dispatched to Clermont Station for a land rescue near Clermont Rd.
John T. Crossman, 82, of Shinglehouse, PA
John T. Crossman
SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—John T. Crossman, 82, of Shinglehouse, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in UPMC Williamsport, after a long illness.
Born on Monday, December 7, 1942 in Rochester, NY, he was a son of James H. and Olive E. Kennedy Crossman.
John was a graduate of East Rochester High School, Class of 1961. He was a US Army veteran having served as radio operator in Alaska during the Vietnam War Era. He served a four year apprenticeship with the NY Central Railroad. He was employed by Dresser Industries in Wellsville, NY, retiring in 2003 as a Senior Design Draftsman.
Surface Treatments in Potter County to Continue Week of September 1
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that surface treatment operations, more commonly known as “oil and chip,” will result in delays on a pair of roads in Potter County next week. This maintenance treatment seals the road surface to keep water out, restores the surface friction, enhances traction, and extends the pavement life between resurfacings.
Weather permitting, PennDOT Potter County Maintenance crews plan to complete these operations on the following roads the week of September 1:
- All of Route 1005 (Phoenix Road) in Hector and Pike townships.
- All of Route 4017 (Sunny Side Road/Shay Town Road) in Sharon Township.
Vincent P. “Pete” Murray, 99, of 675 Maurus Street, St. Marys, PA
Vincent P. “Pete” Murray, 99, of 675 Maurus Street, St. Marys, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025 following a brief illness.
He was born on July 19, 1926 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late John and Margaret Mertz Murray. Pete recently celebrated his 99th birthday in July.
On October 12, 1957, at Sacred Heart Church, he married Charlotte Welton Murray, who survives. Together they shared nearly 68 years of love, laughter, and marriage.
Maxine C. Jordan, 86, of Warren, PA.
Maxine Jordan
Maxine C. Jordan, 86, of Warren, PA., died Friday morning, August 29, 2025, at AHN St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, PA., after an extended illness.
Maxine was born September 4, 1938, in Akron, OH. She was the daughter of Wilmer and Dorothy McCombs Thomas. She was a longtime Warren area resident. Maxine graduated from Warren High School Class of 1956.
She was employed with the former Penn Furnace. She loved music, such as Credence Clearwater Revival, Elvis and the Platters. She was an avid reader and loved completing crossword puzzles. She was a former member of Sheffield United Methodist Church.
Nancy C. Martin, 85, of Clara, PA
Nancy C. Martin
CLARA, PA—Nancy C. Martin, 85, of Clara, PA, passed away with her loving husband and friends by her side on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Services will be announced when available.
Nancy’s family is being cared for by Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA.
To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Nancy, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook Facebook page.
Krug Brings First Crows into Rolfe Beagle Club’s Statewide Coyote and Crow Hunt
Steve Krug started the crow segment of the Statewide Coyote and Crow Hunt at the Rolfe Beagle Club Thursday evening by bringing in four crows for the 10-day hunt.
Steve Krug of St Marys said “I hunted both private and public lands near Camp “Y” in Elk County. The first crow I harvested near Camp Y but then moved to get the other three crows.”
Steve shoots a 12-gauge and uses a crow call but sometimes hunts without the call. Steve harvested all four crows Thursday morning.
Weigh-in is at 6:00 p.m. every day over the ten days of the Rolfe Beagle Club hunt, thru 9/6. Hunters are reminded that Rolfe Beagle Club’s Predator Hunt or Trap will take place over two weekends in February.
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John T. Crossman, 82, of Shinglehouse, PA
John T. Crossman
John T. Crossman, 82, of Shinglehouse, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in UPMC Williamsport, after a long illness.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Troy A. Pease, 29, of Shinglehouse, PA
Troy A. Pease
Troy A. Pease, 29, of Shinglehouse, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 29, 2025, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Michael Davis, 48, of Shinglehouse, PA
Michael J. Davis “celebration of life slated”
Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life for Michael Davis, 48, of Shinglehouse, from 1pm to 3pm on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at the Coudersport American Legion, 2 Buffalo Street, Coudersport.For further information, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com
Michael’s wife entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
Robert Gene “Bob” Whitsell, 82, of Slack Hollow Rd.
Eldred– Robert Gene “Bob” Whitsell, 82, of Slack Hollow Rd., passed away Wednesday (August 13th, 2025) at UPMC Cole Memorial Hospital, with his wife by his side.
Born November 3rd, 1943 in Wellsville he was a son of Robert George and Hester Latten Whitsell. On November 18th, 1966 in the bride’s family home on Slack Holow, he married Bonnie Smith, who survives.
PennDOT McKean County Maintenance Work Schedule for the Week of September 1
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the following schedule of maintenance activities in McKean County the week of September 1. PennDOT performs year-round maintenance in its mission to provide a safe, efficient transportation system, and while crews will be off on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day, the scope of work in Elk County for the remainder of the week is as follows:
Manual Patching
- Route 46 starting approximately 1.5 miles north of Route 646 and continuing northbound to Route 246 in Foster Township. Tuesday, September 2, through Friday, September 5. Flaggers in the roadway will provide traffic control during daylight hours.
Most permanent pothole patching is completed in the spring/summer when temperatures stay consistently above freezing. If maintenance crews were not repairing potholes, the road surface would break up further and require more expensive corrective measures.
Surface Treatments in Potter County to Continue Week of September 1
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that surface treatment operations, more commonly known as “oil and chip,” will result in delays on a pair of roads in Potter County next week. This maintenance treatment seals the road surface to keep water out, restores the surface friction, enhances traction, and extends the pavement life between resurfacings.
Weather permitting, PennDOT Potter County Maintenance crews plan to complete these operations on the following roads the week of September 1:
- All of Route 1005 (Phoenix Road) in Hector and Pike townships.
- All of Route 4017 (Sunny Side Road/Shay Town Road) in Sharon Township.
Coudersport Falcons Take On The Kane Wolves Tonight
The Coudersport Falcons host the Kane Wolves tonight at CARP at 7 PM.
The game will be broadcast live on www.network1sports.com/station/wfrm with myself and my son Luke bringing you the action!
Tune in around 6:50 PM tonight to hear the broadcast.
Go Falcons!
Supporting the Future of Cancer Care
BRMC, OGH 3rd Annual Pulse of the Community Gala
Ellicottville, NY – Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, will host the 3rd Annual Pulse of the Community Gala on Friday, September 19.
The event is presented by the Bradford Hospital Foundation (BHF) and Olean General Hospital Foundation (OGHF) to unite to improve cancer care services in the region. The black-tie event will run from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Holiday Valley Resort’s main lodge with a strolling agenda that includes a chance to win a diamond tennis bracelet worth $10,000. The diamond giveaway was donated by ADJ ASK Design Jewelers.
Greg A. Stilwell, 59, of Warren, PA
Greg A. Stilwell, 59, of Warren, PA., died Wednesday evening, August 27, 2025, at his residence, after suffering an apparent heart attack.
Greg was born January 7, 1966, in Warren, PA. He was a 1985, graduate of Warren Area High School and was a lifelong Warren area resident. He was employed with Help at Home, Bon Ton Department Store, Whirley Drink Works, and worked security at National Forge Company and United Refining Company, retiring due to failing health.
James W. “Jim” McPHERSON, 70, of Sunderlinville, PA
James W. “Jim” McPHERSON, 70, of Sunderlinville, PA, died Monday, August 25, 2025 in Wheaton’s Personal Care Home, Westfield. Born March 15, 1955, in Blossburg, he was the son of Robert and Mary M. Snay McPherson.
A 1974 graduate of Galeton Area High School, he was employed by Pure Carbon in Coudersport, Schweizer Aircraft in Horseheads, NY, and served as a Hector Township Supervisor for 35 years.
Area graduates receive Ensworth, other CRCF scholarships
Seven recent area graduates have been awarded scholarships via funds managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Felicia Callahan received the Louis W. Ensworth Charitable Foundation Trust Scholarship for Allegany-Limestone, while DyAndrah Hanson received the Louis W. Ensworth Charitable Foundation Trust Scholarship for Olean High School for $2,500 each.
Howard “Pooch” Grant, 91, of St. Marys, PA
Howard “Pooch” Grant, 91, of St. Marys, PA, passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday afternoon, August 27, 2025, with his devoted companion, Laura, by his side.
He was born December 9, 1933, in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Joseph and Emma Friedl Grande.
Pooch attended St. Marys Schools but left early to dedicate himself to the family farm, which he worked and cared for nearly 75 years. He found great pride in the hard work of farming and cherished the friendships and connections he made within the farming community. Known for his lighthearted spirit and constant humor, Pooch had a way of bringing a smile to everyone he met.
Potter County Farmers Market Friday, August 29th
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors AT OUR NEW LOCATION on the Courthouse grounds, at the corner and across the street from the square, every Friday (weather permitting) from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, August 29th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
* We’re back on our summer schedule of Friday markets, BUT AT OUR NEW LOCATION due to renovations on the square. We’ll be across the street from the square, along the sidewalk to the right of the courthouse entrance, and around the corner on East Street to the driveway.
* The outdoor market is held each Friday from May through October (weather permitting; on very rainy days, we will relocate into the Riley Gallery (if available)). In November, the farmers market goes indoors for the winter market.
* Market times have been established after many trial times over the years. If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly. They are willing to try to accommodate your request.
* If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-598-0649 netrabaker2@gmail.com]
ALPACA CREATIONS will be a vender this week at the Coudersport Farmers Market. Bringing a large variety and sizes of alpaca socks, new yarns, boot felts, added hand knit and woven alpaca apparel. Court house square, from 12 to 4 Friday. Credit accepted. https://alpacas75.wixsite.com Pa wilds, juried, and Pa preferred, PAOBA, Alpaca Creations, follow on Facebook
CARING CRAFTS will be attending this week’s Market! Weather Permitting! We will be bring a variety of Homemade Travel Pillows! Along with our Plastic Canvas Magnets/Ornaments! Our selection of both is very wide and unique! We have something for everyone! Don’t forget to like us Facebook! If your not able to stop by or would like to place an order please contact Jess at 814 203 2482! Caring Crafts excepts Cash payment! Hope to see everyone there!
MOUNTAIN VIEW SHEEP FARM will be attending the farmers market August 29 weather permitting. With lovely delicate designed, scented and fragrance free handmade sheep milk soaps, lotion bars, conditioning shampoo bars and felted soaps, from our sheep. Pa preferred and Juried. We accept cash, check and cards. Follow us on Facebook @mountainviewsheepfarm Or contact by email @ mountainviewsheepfarm@yahoo.com
CHRISTIE MARSHALL. I will be at the Farmer’s Market on Friday the 29th. I will bring my grapevine wreaths. Stop by and take a look.
CARD CREEK BAKERY will be at the market August 29. We will have requested bread types, sweet treats, vegetable pizza with vegetables from our garden, jams and jellies. Our kitchen is Registered Pa. Department of Agriculture and Certified with Servesafe. Requests for any items are welcomed by me. Text or call 814-598-0649
QUIET ACRES will be set up at the market on Friday, Aug. 29th. We will have our full line of FRESH Haldeman Mills products from my brother’s mill in Lancaster County – 2 lb bags of shortcake/cobbler mix (for all your fresh berries), soft pretzel and funnel cake mixes, buckwheat and buttermilk pancake mixes, Brinser’s corn meal and GLUTEN FREE buckwheat and Teff (Ivory and dark) flours. Our handmade crafts include aprons, child and adult, with NFL, MLB as well as many other popular themes – sunflowers, nite sky, Penn State, roosters, etc. The upcycled items are bowls and trivets of many colors, sizes and shapes made from bed sheets. Rope is also used to make bowls, mug rugs, etc with various accents, including sports teams etc. Hope to see you there! We accept cash payments. QuietAcresPortAllegany@gmail.com
BLU IVY will be a vendor Friday. I will be bringing tutus, tulle dresses, crochet market bags, chap stick holders, 5 pc kitchen towel sets and more. I accept cash and cards.
BLUE MARBLE FARM will hopefully be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful produce. We will have Heirloon Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Watermelon, Squash, Italian Sweet Peppers, Hot Peppers, Onions, Beets, Cucamelons, Tomatillos and more. Fresh Cut Flowers, Sustainable Wood Crafts made from wood harvested on our Farm.
We accept cash, checks, FMNP checks and credit cards. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com
MAHLON DAVENPORT: I plan to attend the Farmer Market this week, Aug 29, with my woodcrafts from local Pa harvested trees. Cash and checks accepted, some times with a discount like, 20% off on second item. We all will be glad to see you!
MILL CREEK MARKET will be attending with a variety of Fresh Mushrooms and Lion’s Mane Grow Kits. Accepting cash, check, and Venmo. Find directions to our farm, links to shop, and more at: www.papreferred.com/Member/Index/1429
Costanzo Brings First Coyotes into Rolfe Beagle Club’s Statewide Coyote and Crow Hunt
Paul Costanzo does it once again and brings in the first coyote to Rolfe Beagle Club’s 10-day, Statewide, Coyote and Crow Hunt. “The ‘yotes actually woke me up near 3:30 this morning carryin’ on out by the dog kennel.
The coyotes moved once I got outside so I went down the road to a private field I have permission to hunt, and I was able to harvest this coyote near 5:00 a.m. The female coyote weighed in at 27.6#. The private land was in northern Elk County. Paul shoots a .223 AR with a thermal scope.
He uses a Fox Pro call but this coyote actually came in to a mouth call.Weigh-in is at 6:00 p.m. every day over the ten days of the Rolfe Beagle Club hunt, thru 9/6. Hunters are reminded that Rolfe Beagle Club’s Predator Hunt or Trap will take place over two weekends in February.
Causer to Hold Satellite Office Hours
State Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) will hold his satellite office hours on Thursday, Sept. 4, at the following locations:
- Emporium Borough Office – 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- Port Allegany Borough Office – 11 a.m. to noon.
Services available include assisting constituents with state-related issues or concerns, assistance with driver license and vehicle registration applications, and help in filling out applications for various state programs, such as the senior citizen Property Tax/Rent Rebate and PACE prescription drug assistance programs.
People who cannot make the satellite sessions may contact Causer’s offices in Bradford at 78 Main St., first floor, telephone 814-362-4400; or Coudersport, 107 S. Main St., Room 1, telephone 814-274-9769; or Kane, 54 Fraley St., Suite 2, telephone 814-837-0880. Information is also available at www.RepCauser.com or on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/RepCauser.